Cork mats are popular table setting features, usually as placemats and coasters. The placemats and coasters can be cork on both sides, or cork on the base with a laminated feature picture in the top. If the cork becomes dirty, here is how to fix it.

Steps

1

Wash cork mats carefully after each use. A simple damp wipe down should suffice on most occasions.

2

Remove difficult marks from cork mats using sandpaper.

Wrap a sheet of sandpaper around a stiff nailbrush or a block of wood.

Scrub over the mark.

Blow away or dust off the cork dust into the kitchen sink.

Check that the mark has been removed.

Wash with warm soapsuds.

Dry thoroughly.

3

Always dry cork mats thoroughly before placing into storage. They can easily grow mildew if still damp.